Ezra Collective Return with Infectious New Single “Only Love” Featuring Pa Salieu

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The UK jazz-fusion powerhouse Ezra Collective are back, and they’ve brought an absolute masterclass in genre-bending joy with their new single, “Only Love” featuring the dynamic rapper Pa Salieu. The track serves as the lead single from their eagerly awaited fourth studio album, Here Because of Hope, dropping via Partisan Records.

True to form, the Mercury Prize-winning crew refuses to stay inside a single musical box. Instead, they’ve whipped up a high-energy, soul-lifting anthem that effortlessly bridges the gap between contemporary UK jazz, rolling afrobeat rhythms, and sharp-edged British rap.

A Powerhouse Collaboration: Ezra Collective Meets Pa Salieu

When you combine the explosive live instrumentation of Ezra Collective with the distinct, commanding cadence of Pa Salieu, magic is bound to happen.

• Femi Koleoso anchors the track with his signature intricate, driving drum patterns that keep your foot tapping from the first beat.

• Joe Armon-Jones (keys), TJ Koleoso (bass), James Mollison (saxophone), and Ife Ogunjobi (trumpet) weave a rich, vibrant sonic tapestry.

• Pa Salieu steps up with razor-sharp vocals, bringing a raw, street-level energy that plays brilliantly against the lush, sun-soaked brass arrangements.

The result feels urgent, celebratory, and custom-built to shake festival fields all summer long.

Setting the Stage for Here Because of Hope

“Only Love” isn’t just a stellar standalone release; it acts as the mission statement for the band’s upcoming album, Here Because of Hope. Following up on their massive cultural impact and relentless touring schedule, Ezra Collective continue to champion themes of unity, resilience, and unadulterated happiness through music.

If “Only Love” is any sign of what’s to come, the new record is going to lean heavily into communal healing, reminding everyone to find a little light and rhythm amidst the chaos of everyday life.

Production and Credits

• Artists: Ezra Collective feat. Pa Salieu

• Album: Here Because of Hope

• Label: Partisan Records

• Key Personnel: Femi Koleoso, TJ Koleoso, Joe Armon-Jones, James Mollison, Ife Ogunjobi, Pa Salieu

Stream “Only Love” Now

Whether you’ve been following Ezra Collective since their early days in underground London jazz clubs or caught their explosive festival runs, “Only Love” is an essential addition to your rotation.